US Warns Allies of Up to Five-Year Delays in Key Weapon Deliveries

The United States has warned its allies to expect delays of up to five years in the delivery of key weapons systems, including missiles and air defense equipment, as it works to replenish its own depleted stocks following heavy use in the Iran war. Germany, Eastern European countries, and Ukraine are among those affected by the shortages, which have been exacerbated by production bottlenecks and strategic inventory shortfalls. The Pentagon acknowledged the issue, stating that it is carefully assessing both new partner requests and already agreed-upon arms contracts for operational needs.